Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the Audi Q8 e-tron’s 114 kWh battery, 582 km electric range and 170 kW DC charging make it the stronger full-EV choice. Its 569-litre boot also suits five-up airport runs. The Denza B8 is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, adds two seats and has a 91.5-litre fuel tank, but its 36.8 kWh battery delivers 100 km of EV range. Choose it for seven-seat flexibility and PHEV use, not 582-km electric distance.
Q8 e-tron
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if 582 km of electric range, 170 kW DC charging and a 569-litre boot matter more than a third row.
B8
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, 4.8-second acceleration and a PHEV powertrain with a 91.5-litre fuel tank.
Key differences
- Motor output: Audi Q8 e-tron 402 hp and 664 Nm; Denza B8 670 hp and 760 Nm.
- Battery and EV range: Audi Q8 e-tron 114 kWh and 582 km; Denza B8 36.8 kWh and 100 km.
- Charging: Audi Q8 e-tron 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC; Denza B8 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC.
- Performance: Audi Q8 e-tron 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds and 200 km/h; Denza B8 4.8 seconds and 180 km/h.
- Practicality: Audi Q8 e-tron has five seats and a 569-litre boot; Denza B8 has seven seats and a 147-litre boot.
- Manufacturer warranty: Audi Q8 e-tron 2 years with unlimited mileage; Denza B8 6 years or 150,000 km.
Q8 e-tron
- 582 km electric range from a 114 kWh battery.
- 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC charging.
- 569-litre boot and 5-star Euro NCAP rating.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 5.6 seconds versus 4.8 seconds.
- Five seats versus the Denza B8’s seven.
- No front-seat ventilation or massage, which the Denza B8 gets.
B8
- 670 hp and 760 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds.
- Seven seats, including a reclining and sliding second row.
- Front-seat ventilation and massage, adaptive cruise control and night vision.
- 100 km EV range versus the Audi Q8 e-tron’s 582 km.
- Slower charging: 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC versus 22 kW and 170 kW.
- 147-litre boot versus the Audi Q8 e-tron’s 569 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990 | RM459,939✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Capacity | — | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 192 hp |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 670 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 760 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 36.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 582 km✓ | 100 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW✓ | 120 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | — |
| Gears | 2 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 5,195 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,994 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,920 mm |
| Weight | — | 3,305 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 91.5 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 147 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag, |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 4 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Side Opening Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 5 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | All Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Q8 e-tron vs B8 FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Denza B8 better?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is better for long electric-only use, with 582 km of range and faster charging. The Denza B8 is better if seven seats, stronger acceleration and PHEV flexibility are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM465,990 and the Denza B8 costs RM459,939, so the Audi is RM6,051 more expensive.
Which charges faster?
The Audi Q8 e-tron charges faster on both quoted inputs: 22 kW AC versus 11 kW, and 170 kW DC versus 120 kW for the Denza B8.
